MethodologyPillar 1: Financial Robustness
Impact only works if the businesses behind it are financially strong. We make sure every company we invest in has the scale and stability to deliver returns and keep driving change over the long term.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
Companies are already established players in their markets, valued at over $500 million.
They’re not just growing - they’re profitable, with EBITDA above $100 million.
They generate at least $500 million in annual revenue, showing proven demand for what they do.
Profit margins sit in a healthy 5–10% range, enough to reinvest while still rewarding investors.
All companies are publicly listed, which means transparency, liquidity, and accountability.
By setting these standards, we focus on businesses that can ride out economic ups and downs and continue making a positive impact for years to come.
Pillar 2: Purposeful Impact
At inaam, impact is not a side project. It’s at the core of the businesses we back. We use leading frameworks like the Impact Management Project (IMP) and Impact Frontiers to understand not only who benefits but also how deeply.
Our portfolio companies fall into two impact categories:
Category B: Businesses that benefit people and the planet through sustainable practices, environmental stewardship, or inclusive products.
Category C: Companies that contribute to and deliver solutions tackling global challenges such as renewable energy, decarbonisation, or the circular economy.
Our approach to impact:
We prioritise companies whose core business model drives impact, not just CSR initiatives.
We evaluate them across five dimensions of impact: What, Who, How Much, Contribution, and Risk.
We continuously monitor sustainability metrics, externalities, and industry benchmarks to keep standards high.
Examples of portfolio companies:
Category C: Brookfield Renewable Partners, First Solar, NextEra Energy
Category B: Xylem Inc., Beyond Meat, Ecolab, e.l.f. Beauty
This way, you can be confident that your investments are not only financially robust but also delivering measurable impact where it matters most.
Pillar 3: Leadership Calibre & Intentionality
Great companies are built by great leaders. At inaam, we know that lasting impact comes not only from strong business models but also from the people behind them. That’s why we screen leadership teams carefully, focusing on three areas:
Integrity & Transparency: Leaders with a proven record of ethical governance and responsible decision-making.
Vision for Impact: Executives who are committed to creating long-term value for society and the planet, not just shareholders.
Diversity & Inclusion: Boards and teams that reflect gender, ethnic, and experiential diversity - often linked to stronger innovation and better outcomes.
We avoid companies led by individuals tied to ESG controversies, regulatory violations, or greenwashing.
